In Denver, dogs rule. So much so, it’s estimated that the city is home to more fur babies than human ones.
A look at the city’s 2020 dog registry shows the most popular breed is the short-haired Chihuahua. Labrador retrievers and German shepherds also led the list.
- Dog owners self-report their pup’s breed type, so the city’s data relies on their word.
Yes, but: Denver Parks and Rec estimates158,000 dogs in the city, per Denverite. But only about 12,500 are licensed, even though it’s a legal requirement for all dogs and cats 6 months and older.